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Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

Crop REPORT FOR WEST VIRGINIA.:
Owing to continued drought pre-
vailing throughout the State the corn
prospects for this month are some
what diScouraging. Wheat, where
properly housed when threshed, is
found to be in good condition and of
fine quality generally, but where ex-
posed to the weather is in bad condi-
ton. Oats have not met expectations.
Buckwheat prospects are nots fiatter-
ing as last month, owing to drought.
The tobacco crop is late, and has
been greatly damaged by the Colora-
do beetle and the old-time potato bug.
The market prices of the State are as
follows: Wheat, rs to so cents per
6ushel; corn, 40 to so; oats, IS to 40 ;
barley, So to 60; rye. so to IS; pota-
toes, rs to 80; timothy hay, IS to $40
per ton; clover hay, Sc to So per ton.
department Of AGRICULTURE.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24
HEDGEsyILLE.

Rev. Strayer and Mr.. CrowmiIler,
of Baltimore, were the guests of Mr..
Kereglow this week.
Mr.. and Mrs. Turner returned to
their home In Baltimore Tuesday.
Also Miss Katie Muse returned to
her home near Middletown.
We state with regret the illness of
Mr.. j. S. Virmilia and Miss Brown
10 Harrison.
Miss Mable Henshaw left this week
for Ellwood, Md, where she will
teach school.
Miss Tenent, of Baltimore, Is the
guest of Mrs. M. E. Poisal.
Miss Agnes Eversole is visiting
friends in BALTIC. REGULAR.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24
BOOM Your TOWN.

Unlike poets, most bo0mS are made,
not born. Business prosperity comes
from enterprise. The man who adj
vertises and hustles to gets the trade.
The one who dozes and waits for for
tune to march in and fill his safe with
gold is generally sold out by the sher.
iff. What applies to individuals. ap.
plies to cities. The way to make good
times Is to work for them. Trade is
not sentimental. It must be sought
for. The best terms must be offered
it. 1t must be retained by fair deal
ing and constant cultivation. The fall
business has opened auspiciously. Let
everybody contribute what he can to
the boom. Let grumblers retire and
give way to workers. The city and
its people will reap the rewards
american.
The way to boom a town il to AID.
vERTIsE IT. Look at the descriptive
pamphlets and papers Of the Vest
full of live advertisements, portraits
of business men, engravings- of bull
dings, /" blow" about climate, crops,
profits. advantages, inducements, ETC.,
in most of which Martinsburg equals
if not excels, because what we have
exists in reality and not merely on
paper. What Martinsburg wants Is
money and management. If our
location and facilities were thorough
ly know to capitalists, more enterprise
would come southwark and less 60
through all the risk Of territorial set
Element in the West. Make your
wants known. Bid for manufactures,
money and labor, and offer the eneour-
agement that will be an inducement
in favor Of a stopping place in West
Virginia.
To do this some organized effort Is
necessary,-a Board of Trade or I'm
provement Association, which
the liberality and public spirit Of the
town should show Off to the best ad.
vantage, for the public good, and not
solely for secretary's salary, acoun-
sci fee or a printers bill!
Mr.. Harry Thompson is now solicit
ing the cooperation of the citizens
and business men, for the publication
of 5000 copies of an illustrated and
finely gotten up descriptive work on
Martinsburg as place for the invest
-ment of capital, business, enterprise,
and home location. The expense Of
getting it up and circulating it proper
Iy and widely will be In the neighbor-
hood of $500. If every business man
puts in an advertisement, however
small, the expense can be met. Mr..
Thompson is bright and courteous
young man, full of business vim, and
a practical printer, which will insure
creditable work. 1t is the desire to
have as many illustrations as possible,
and the County Court and Corporation
could make no more paying outlay
than in proper engravings of the city
buildings. So with the banks, church
es prominent business places, &c. An
other feature will be personal sketch
es, and portraits. A generous encOur.
agement and kind cooperation will
insure a representation of Martinsburg
people and business interests that all
will be proud of and compare favor
ably with any Western " BOOM"
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

A CRAZE FOR LAw.-There seem
70 be few law-struck characters in.
testing every community, who are
TOO lazy to make an honest living by
The sweat of their brow, and depend
Tor an existence upon their "smart-
ness" which is only little more re-
spectable name for rascality. Ifthey
cannot dead.beat their way by their
own smartness, they're ever ready to
go TO lao" on the slightest pretext.
When they become known to the
courts, they should be told to go to
work, then they could make living
without "lawing" it out of others.
Inc safest plan for an honest commu-
nifty is to have nothing to do with
such characters.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24
HONEST SATISFACTION.

No matter how low the price may be. you wHi
a nd the goods right every time. We cordially
ASH everybody TO visit our departments and
see how well We have catered, not only totheir
varied tastes, but also to their pocket books.
we sell better goods for less money than any
house In town. The rush was 30 great last
week that we were compelled To 20 20 The city
far moro goods. and we have them. On last
Monday we sold 10 pairs Of shoes. and more
than half that many pairs Of bootss In order
10 accommodate our patrons. we are compelled
From the present outlook IL isllikely 70 run ON
this way for.some tiine,-we expect it,--but II
Indicates business-and that's the real show
ing we want to make. Those who have visited
our store have expressed an opinion-and II
was favorable; how could II be otherwise.
"a They thought we had pretty and
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24
BROAD LANE.

1t becomes our painful duty to note
the death of Mr.. William Couchman,
of Falling Waters, which occurred the
14th inst, after siege of suffering
which he bore with great submission
to Him who does all things well. The
deceased was highly respected citi-
zen of this county, and as such he will
be greatly and sadly missed by all
who knew him, for to know him was
to appreciate his good traits. He died
at an advanced age, in the triumphs
of a christians faith and the full as
surance of an immortality beyond the
grave. The funeral services we're held
at his late residence: Rev. Rush Of
floating. The remains were followed
by a large cOncourse of friends and
sorrowing relatives to their last resting
place. We extend our sincere condo
lence to the bereaved family in their
affiiction, and assure them that their
loss is his eternal gain.
Among recent visitors we note the
following: Miss Ida Ward, Of your
city, is visiting parents at this place |;
Miss Estella Tabler, Of the vicinage of
Bedington, is the guest Of her sister.
Mrs. Jno. W. Emerson; Miss Alice
Karicofe, of Williamsport, Md, is
also the guest of Mrs. w. o. B. SperOw.
Mrs. Jno. G. Jack, who has been
ailing recently, is, we are glad to
know, convalescent.
JnO. w. Emerson, Esq, is having
his clstern newly cemented and Ia also
putting in nav pump.
Mr.. G. Ditto gave q social party
recently which was largely attended
and all enjoyed themselves exceeding
ly. Those present from a distance
were Misses Annie Gerling and Ella
Wild, of your city. If any one should
wish to know how those ladies enjoyed
country ''social" will please apply to
Harry Dior full particulars.
The picnic as announced came of at
l.. Georgetown last Saturday, II, and
everything passed off quietly till king
Alcohol came. then the sweet strains
of music and all merriment ceased, as
it were, to give reverence to his pres
ence. His presence soon caused the
majority to repair to their homes
while it afforded his followers an Op.
portunity to continue the dance till a
late hour and finally the crisis came ;
general rough and ready combat on
every hand was to be seen.
Rev. C. w. Foltz, wife apd daugh-
ter, Of this place, are visiting friends
in Hedgesville.
Miss Bell McQuilkin commenced
her school at Falling Waters the 9TH
inst, with a good enrolment.
J. II. Gregory resumed his duties as
teacher at Broad Lane with an enroll
ment of Is.
Sept. Goth, 'S7. Nom DE PLUME.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

Mr.. P. A. Rohrbaugh returned from
Wichita, Thursday, on short visit,
and was warmly greeted by his many
friends. He looks remarkably WELL
is in his usual pleasant humor. and
speaks highly Of Western enterprise.
He is attorney for several large cor
porations, and secretary of Loan and
Improvement Co.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24
Read the advertisement ofThe Great

Read the advertisement ofThe Great
Western Gun Works, Pittsburgh,
Pa, as it appears in this weeks issue.
Lovers of Guns, Revolvers and Fish
ing Tackle, and all kinds of Sporting
Goods should write for q catalogue
and price list. We have received one
of their catalogues and we are sur
prised and delighted at the great as.
sortment and low prices of Guns, Re.
volvers. &c. Anybody can have a
gun almost for song. the Great
Western Gun Works, q. III. Johnston.
the veteran Gun maker, Proprietary,
are strictly reliable and trust worthy,
and enjoy reputation for Low Prices,
Fine Goods and Fair Dealing. Write
to them at once.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

The Century will begin with the
November number. series Of articles
upon Siberia and its Exile System, by
Geo. KEENAN,, illustrated from photo
graphs by Geo. A. Frost, both OF
whom were sent on a special mission
to Russia for this purpose. These
articles will give correct and reliable
descriptions of Russian politics,
prison life In the mines, the exile sys-
TEN, and the laws and customs ofthat
great and cruel country and oppressed
people.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

A. II. GILBERT'S Drug Store is the
place to get pure Drugs, Medicines, Dia-
mond Dyes, Fine Perfumery. DR.. Metre 3
Tooth Brush. Toilet Soaps, Holiday
Goods, Sponges, Cigars, &C., cheaper
than any place in town.
Cor. Queen and Race st.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

CoNFIRMATIoN.-Rt. Rev. John j..
Keane, Bishop Of Richmond and Rec
tor of the new University, arrived at
st. Joseph's Church Sunday after
noon. He preached an eloquent SER
mon in the evening and highly COM
plimented the people and pastors for
the creditable order of their parish
and the efficiency of their school.
Monday morning he administered the
Sacrament of Confirmation.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

Mr.. Edward Wild returned home
on Sunday last, after an extended trip
to st. Louis, Kansas City, Garrett,
Ind, and other prominent cities.
where he met many young men of
this place, reporting them as all doing
we'll
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

Mrs. Cleveland's cut" of Governor
and Mrs. Foraker at the public recep-
ton given in Philadelphia was the
worst "break" the spiteful President
ess has made yet. Narro,o hardly
expresses an action so not only barren
of tact and diplomacy, but ofthe most
uncalled for discourtesy, and breach
of etiquette so gross that its indul-
gence inveritably stamps any woman
as being ignorant, or else lacking the
culture and heart of lady. The Gov
ernor and his wife suffer nothing by
contrast. LEONE.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

NEW MUsIC.-People who desire
bright and pretty piano music and
songs, will like the following new
pieces which are found among this
months musical publications: "The
Manhattan Beach Polka" by Ray
mond, (35 cts. Jennie Zane," song
and chorus, by Turner, $50 cts.) |;
" Sailin' down de Ohio" a song by
Keyes, for male or mixed voices, (35
cts. !" We Were Together" song
by Lombard, $50 cts.) Cricket on
the HEARTH" song and chorus by Mil
ner, (35 cts.). Any of these pieces
mailed to any address on receipt of
price by Oliver Ditson & Co., Boston.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

Officer Daniel Sloane arrested man
here Tuesday night, charged with
breaking into csboose at Mt. Glare !;
some jewelry was found in his pos
session. He was taken to Baltimore
for hearing.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

LocAL.-The publishers of "South-
ern Society and Drama" Norfolk.
Va, desire correspondent in this
section to attend theatres and society
meetings and forward reports Of same,
Credentials for admittance furnished.
Address with stamped envelope and
rnfarpncnS
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

DEAD LETTERs.-The following is
list of letters remaining in the Post
Office at Martinsburg, w. Va, Sept.
18th, and will be sent to the Dead
Letter Office Oct. 1st, 1887, If not
called for; when calling say advertis-
ed.
Author Brooks, Maggie Pitzer,
John Thomas Boyd, M. Bodenheim,
Henry D. Daniels, Sarah S. Dawson
2, Christian Everett, Edward Kern,
May Lanly, Mary Loury, Arm M.
Myers, James w. Myers, Eugene
Miller, James Refers, S. r. Rowell,
J, J. Rustler, James Stump, Mary
Sulaimnust, ]. l.. Walker.
w. B. CoISTON, P. M.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

The Harper's Ferry Sentinel will
wake up the business interests Of the
Ferry. and put in motion sounder
principles among the everlasting hills
Of Jefferson. Mr.. Gosorn has good
ideas, knows how to express them to
the best advantage, without invading
the domain of free thought and free
speech, or yielding an inch Of his own
ground. Success to the Sentinel.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

1t is expected that the Hannis Dis
tillery Co. will re-commence oper-
atoms about the first of October, at t
capacity.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

I've been sufferer from rheumatism
for years and have been unable to obtain
any relief at all. Salvation Oil gave me
entire relief and heartily recommend
it. HENRY WINKEL, Baltimore, Md.
What so wonderful as severe cough
cured by DIR Bulls Cough Syrup for %
cents. Try it r-~..'--.-.-..
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

E, G. BARTLETT makes to order Pic
ture Frames of all sizes and kinds, keeps
constantly ON hand picture mats, wire,
cord, screw eyes, slide head picture nails,
&c. No. II Queen ST., Martinsburg.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

A FULL LINE Of fine papers and
stationery, neat display type. colored
ink, &c.,-with practical printers,-
enable us to do any kind of printing
that may be wanted.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

Mr.. and Mrs. Robert McCaferty, of
East Liverpool. Ohio, were the guests
of Mrs. VIM. F. Long, on West Mar
tin ST., this week.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

The weary and woe-begone expression
of the dyspeptic is soon changed into one
of health and hilarity by using Laxador.
1t only costs 25 cents.
When your child is suffering, give it
DR.. Bulls Baby Syrup, which will at
once relieve and permanently cure by its
soothing action. Price 25 cts.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

One of the principal features in having
a suit to fit well is, first of all, to have
your underwear to fit. We have this
season the most complete line of gents
UNDERWEAR we ever carried. The
prices never were 80 low. We claim to
have the best fitting underwear ever car
ried in this city.
THOMPSON & TABLER.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

The fellow that makes round pegs
for square holes will not be discon-
certed by the statement that an an-
CUR which bores square holes has
been invented.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

A burning fuse from a blast ignit-
ed the roof of Mr.. VIM. Homer's
house, corner of John and Spring
Streets, Thursday, and came near
destroying it.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

Don't you know that Small & Co. can
furnish Door Frames and Doors, Win
dow Frames, Sash and Shutters of all
kinds, Brackets and Balusters, sawed or
turned Mouldings of all kinds, Slate
Roofing dono to order, from 500 square
and upwards. Call on them at the old
Planning Mill Building, near B. q 0.
Freight Depot.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

Mr.. Arthur Weaving, formerly OF
this place, now employed at Waynes-
boro', Pa, spent Sunday with his pa
rents, on Maple Ave.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

For the next 80 days we will sell all
grades of wall paper at the uniform price
Of 10 cents roll. Now is your chance
TO purchase at less than wholesale cost.
Offer only good for 80 days.
NJ. s. BURDETTE.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

CHILDREN's SUITS. - The reputation
which THOMPSON & TABLER have Of be-
ing the leaders of latest styles and lowest
prices in Children's SUITS heretofore, is
far surpassed by them this season. Their
stock is now complete, and their prices
are certainly low. Give the boys a call
they will save you at least 10 per cent. on
every suit. THOMPSON & TABLER.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

Mr.. and Mrs. Petry of South Caro-
lima, are visiting their daughter MIS-
blackburn Hughes.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

VOLTS Celebrated Horse and Cattle
Powders. This popular remedy for Pur-
flying the Blood, Coughs, Distempers,
Kidney and Bladder Troubles, Heayes,
Roughness Of Skin, &C. 1t is also inval-
liable as a Condition Powder for Cows
and Hogs. Prepared and sold by
A. M. GILBERT, Druggist.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

During the severe storm of last
Wednesday night, Mr.. w. T. Stewart
had a mare and colt killed by light
ming on his farm near Kearneysville.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

Mr.. Daniel Slaterbeck, Of Hagers-
town, Md, was here for a few days
the first of the week. He is looking
wall.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

The publisher of the Harper's Fer
ry Sentinel is not T. H. Gosorn, who
started and still publishes the Win
chester Leader, but his father, David
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

Mrs. Elizabeth Fitz, accompanied
by Miss Stella Fitz, her granddaugh-
ter, are visiting friends and relations
In York and Hanover, Pa.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24
GOOD NEWS FOR THE PEOPLE

who are seeking first-class goods. Mr.. Bowers
has studied this subject for "a long time and has
perfected his arrangements for meeting his
customers in his various departments, every.
thing being conducted In ~ NJ ematic manner.
Mr. Bowers weil-known reputation as the
leading man in tats line. and bis long expert
epce In the business hts him most entirely
for his establishment. We show q larger line
Of these goods than was ever shown here bo-
fore and all at the most extremely low pfieas
We aall only that which will give good,
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

We will always save you money on
Dinner and Tea Sets. BRNTZ 6 Bro.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

Mrs. Charles Zieler, of this city. is
visiting her brother, Mr.. Thos. Lam
bert, in Roanoke, Va.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24
LOCAL NEWS.

See Thompson & Tabler's new adj
vertisement this week.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

LOOK for yourselves and examine
prices. This week we will open up our
new line of Glassware. 1t is handsome
and very cheap, at BENrz & Bro.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

A solid crate of cups and saucers just
opened at prices that. will terrify our So
called crockery merchants, at BENTz's s.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

Spsncerian Copy Books-all numbers
reduced to 10cts. each at BURDRTTE's.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24
JOB LOT.
READ THIS!
CALL AND SEE!

l have recently bought 80
cases Of Mems and Boys calf
boots, of the celebrated Walker
Boot the best and cheapest
boots in the country. For sale
by 81. N. DEATRICK.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

THOMPSON & TABLER have the latest
style HATS and CAPS for men, boys and
children at reduced prices.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

Fine Family Bibles for sale at BUR-
DETTE'S Book Store.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24
666

666
Pieces of Sheet music--vocal and instru-
mental-at 10 cents sheet by mail,
eleven cents. It is identical with that
for which you are usually asked to pay
from four to ten times our price. Send
for catalogue. E. G. BARTLETT,
II N. Queen st.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

On the 10Th Of Sept. we will display
some very handsome designs in Lamps
and Lamp Trimmings. Our shades will
be beautiful you are invited.
L. E. BENTZ & BRO.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

Children's silk plush CAPS and TUR-
BANS of the latest designs in all the latest
colors at THOMPSON & TABLER'S.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24
BUSINESS LOCALS.
SELLTNG OFF AIT COST.

During the next 80 days big bargains
in Boots and Shoes, to make room for
Fall stock. Best goods at the old reliable
boot and shoe store of JOHN LYONS,
No. 10 N. Queen St., Martinsburg, VIVA.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

% cases of nobby HATS just received at
THOMPSON &c TABLHR'S.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

Mechanics Band Fair about the Holt
days.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

A Writing Case, both pretty and use
full, given with each dollars worth of
school books purchased at BURDErTE's
Book Store.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1887-09-24

G. w. Dillingham;, Publisher, sue
eessor to G.. w. Carleton q Co., has in
press q novel entitled AT the Mercy OF
Tiberius, by Augusta j. Evans Will
son, Of Mobile, Ala, author of st.
Infilice, Beulah, DC. Mrs. Wilson's
novels are probably more widely read
than those Of any other American au.
thor, and their popularity Is well de-
served.
The Winchester Light Infantry,
reinforced by % F" soldier boys" from
Woodstock, left this city yesterday,
to take part In the Centennial celebra.
ton at Philadelphia.
1903 years is the reputed age Of old
Mrs. May Dixon, cOlOred, who re-
Gently died at the corner of Kent IL
Cork SITS. In slavery days she was
owned by Philip Swan, and came to
this city from Cedar creek, this coun-
ty, about seven years ago. " Aunt
May" died of old age, after surviv-
ing her husband about IS years. Her
age is not definitely known and some
think she was ITO years old.
INDICTED.-At the recent term Of
County Court, Algernon Miller was
indicted by the Grand Jury for the
murder of Willard F. White. 1t will
be remembered that one night last
February band Of men undertook to
break into a house on Timber Ridge,
for the purpose, 1t Is said, Of taking
Miller out and either riding him on a
rail or treating him to a dose of tar
and feathers, when he shot the leader,
who proved to be Willard F. White,
who was visiting In that section. The
trial has been set for next term OF
COURT Winchester Leader.